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Your Trusted Real Estate Partner in Western North Carolina
Looking Glass Realty has been a trusted leader in Western North Carolina real estate since our founding. Our team of full-time brokers combines deep local expertise with cutting-edge marketing strategies to deliver exceptional results for clients buying, selling, or renting properties. We specialize in connecting clients with unique land holdings, residential homes, and commercial properties across Asheville, Brevard, Hendersonville, and surrounding mountain communities. Our commitment to professionalism and client satisfaction drives every transaction, from initial consultation to closing. With decades of collective experience, we provide personalized guidance through every step of the real estate process.Our focus on quality over quantity ensures clients receive tailored service that meets their specific needs. We leverage advanced digital tools to streamline property searches while maintaining the personal touch that defines our agency. Our knowledge of protected state and federal forest lands informs strategic land acquisitions for diverse uses. From first-time homebuyers to investors seeking luxury estates, we offer comprehensive support across all real estate sectors. Our proven track record in marketing properties quickly and effectively has made us a preferred choice in Transylvania County and beyond.
Services
Real Estate Sales
Property Rentals
Commercial Properties
Land Sales
Property Management
Relocation Services
Luxury Home Sales
Mountain Property Search
Investment Properties
Estate Sales
Highlights and features
- Our team consists of full-time brokers with deep local market expertise
- We specialize in unique land holdings within protected forest areas
- Proven success marketing properties quickly across Western NC
- Personalized service combining digital tools with traditional expertise
- Focused exclusively on mountain communities from Asheville to Sapphire
What people say
Top notch work ethic
Seamless transition
Patient and knowledgeable
Best organized realtor
Excellent client care
Services
Real Estate Sales
Our expert agents facilitate residential property transactions across Western North Carolina's mountain communities. We employ targeted digital marketing strategies and local market knowledge to connect sellers with qualified buyers efficiently. Our team provides comprehensive pricing analysis, staging guidance, and negotiation expertise to maximize client returns.
Property Rentals
We offer comprehensive rental solutions for both property owners and tenants in Asheville, Brevard, and surrounding areas. Our services include property marketing, tenant screening, lease management, and maintenance coordination. Our local expertise helps owners optimize rental income while ensuring tenant satisfaction through quality property matches.
Land Sales
Specializing in unique land holdings within protected forest areas, we assist clients with acquisition and disposition of residential and commercial land parcels. Our team provides detailed market analysis, zoning information, and development potential assessments to support informed land investment decisions across Western NC.
Property Management
Our property management division handles day-to-day operations for rental properties in mountain communities. Services include tenant relations, maintenance coordination, rent collection, and financial reporting. We maintain high occupancy rates through proactive marketing and ensure property value preservation through professional maintenance standards.
Commercial Properties
We specialize in commercial real estate transactions including office spaces, retail locations, and industrial properties. Our agents provide market analysis, lease negotiation, and investment evaluation services. With expertise in both urban and rural commercial markets, we help businesses find optimal locations and investors maximize returns.
People
Catarina
Real Estate Agent
Experienced agent known for transparent communication and successful property transactions within 8 days. Specializes in matching clients with ideal mountain properties through personalized service and market expertise.
Nan Long
Real Estate Agent
Patient and knowledgeable agent specializing in assisting out-of-town buyers with retirement property acquisitions. Provides expert guidance through Western NC's real estate market with a focus on client comfort and satisfaction.
Charlie Hardy
Senior Real Estate Agent
Longtime agent with deep local expertise, offering flexible showings and comprehensive market knowledge. Known for exceptional client care and detailed property evaluations that address all buyer questions and concerns.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We specialize in mountain communities including Asheville, Brevard, Hendersonville, Pisgah Forest, and Lake Toxaway regions.
Do you handle commercial property transactions?
Yes, our agents manage commercial real estate sales and leasing across Western North Carolina's business districts.
What property types are available?
We offer residential homes, land parcels, commercial properties, and luxury estates in protected mountain environments.
Can you help with rental property management?
Yes, we provide comprehensive rental management services including tenant screening, maintenance coordination, and lease administration.
How quickly do properties sell?
Our marketing strategies typically secure contracts within 8-10 days for well-priced properties in active markets.
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Reviews (7)
Hanes Hoffman
Jan 19, 2022
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
Despite the unforeseen issues with the appraisal process and a non-clean title, I had a great experience with Jeff Baucom. Jeff hung with me and guided me through the bumpy road towards this purchase. I strongly recommend him and looking Glass realty!
Despite the unforeseen issues with the appraisal process and a non-clean title, I had a great experience with Jeff Baucom. Jeff hung with me and guided me through the bumpy road towards this purchase. I strongly recommend him and looking Glass realty!
Jan Carpenter
Jan 18, 2022
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Positive:Professionalism
Brittany was professional, proficient while giving solid advice without high pressure sales tactics like I had with a realtor from one of the big corporate companies in Asheville which i ended our sales agreement with! Thank you so much!
Brittany was professional, proficient while giving solid advice without high pressure sales tactics like I had with a realtor from one of the big corporate companies in Asheville which i ended our sales agreement with! Thank you so much!
Meighan Browning
Jan 14, 2022
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Huge thanks to Paul Wilander and Looking Glass Realty for their help with our recent home sale! It was the smoothest real estate transaction we have ever had. Paul is very knowledgeable of the local housing market and helped us market our home and get multiple offers within days. He was always available for questions and advice and made sure we were kept in the loop with everything going on while also keeping everything seamless so we were never stressed with the small stuff. Selling a home is never an easy thing, but Paul made it a pleasant (and profitable) experience. Thanks again!!
Melanie Jarvis
Dec 12, 2021
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John Tinsley is by far the best realtor I've ever dealt with. He went above and beyond in helping us find the right property, giving expert advice throughout the transaction, guiding us through the inspections, and generally providing a bunch of other incredibly helpful support including referrals. John was truly our advocate throughout this buying process and I felt confident that he was looking out for our best interests. I erred in not heeding his advice to choose a local mortgage lender and am still suffering the consequences of my mistake, so I strongly recommend that you listen to his recommendations
Morgan Thornburg
Nov 26, 2021
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Absolutely loved working with Caleb Childs from Looking Glass Realty! You will not find a harder working realtor! He worked hard to ensure that we found exactly what we were looking for. He was prompt, resourceful, flexible and made sure we didnt settle. We highly recommend him and will be using him for years to come with any of our real-estate needs! If you are looking to buy or sale, give Caleb Childs a call!
Jack Plaxco
Nov 23, 2021
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I recently purchased a home in Western North Carolina with the help of Caterina Nickerson, a Looking Glass Realty agent. She is a native of Brevard and knows the area very well. In addition, she is very knowledgeable about the buying and selling process and was able to guide me through everything step by step without any problems. I highly recommend her and look forward to working with her again!
Brian Hoyt
Nov 21, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
Don't know much about Looking Glass Realty but if Pat Hawkins is representative of the other realtors in that office then you can't go wrong. Pat not only showed us the property we ended up buying but gave us a lot of insight in to the community and town we were buying into. She became a good friend!
Don't know much about Looking Glass Realty but if Pat Hawkins is representative of the other realtors in that office then you can't go wrong. Pat not only showed us the property we ended up buying but gave us a lot of insight in to the community and town we were buying into. She became a good friend!
